Changing the World 30 Musicals at a Time at the New York Musical Theatre Festival

September 1, 2011 - Now in its eighth year, the New York Musical Theatre Festival includes a full slate of musical productions, a developmental reading series and special events.

Since its inception in 2004, the New York Musical Theatre Festival has premiered more than 250 new musicals - more than 70 of which have gone on to award-winning productions in New York, in regional theaters in almost every state, and in 16 countries worldwide.

"We are extremely excited with the unique variety of this year's Festival offerings," said NYMF Executive Director and Producer Isaac Robert Hurwitz. "It is essential for us to challenge ourselves to bring the best new musicals and events to our audiences and the New York theater community. As the festival grows and expands, we are thrilled and grateful that our audience has too."

This year's Festival will run September 26 through October 16. For a full list of productions and for ticket information, visit nymf.org.